Nuclear Reactor Operator Jobs in Virginia

Nuclear Reactor Operator jobs in Virginia are open across Newport News, Surry, and Charlottesville and other Virginia metros, with employers like Dominion Energy, Inova Health, and Riverside Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles11+
Top employerDominion Energy
Top cityNewport News, VA
Cities hiring9
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Dominion Energy
Supervisor-Nuclear Project Controls
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Dominion Energy
New 4h ago
Supervisor-Nuclear Project Controls
Dominion Energy
Mineral, Virginia
Project & Program Management
Business Operations
Finance
Accounting
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Riverside Health
Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist
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Riverside Health
Added 4d ago
Nuclear Medicine/PET Technologist
Riverside Health
Newport News, Virginia
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Dominion Energy
Supv Labor (Nuclear)
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Dominion Energy
Added 6d ago
Supv Labor (Nuclear)
Dominion Energy
Surry, Virginia
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Dominion Energy
Supt Nuclear Maintenance
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Dominion Energy
Added 1w ago
Supt Nuclear Maintenance
Dominion Energy
Surry, Virginia
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Carilion Clinic
Nuclear Medicine Team Lead
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Carilion Clinic
Added 2w ago
Nuclear Medicine Team Lead
Carilion Clinic
Roanoke, Virginia
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Nuclear Reactor Operator Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Newport News
2 jobs
Surry
2 jobs
Charlottesville
1 jobs
Fairfax
1 jobs
Fredericksburg
1 jobs
Leesburg
1 jobs
Lynchburg
1 jobs
Mineral
1 jobs
Roanoke
1 jobs

Nuclear Reactor Operator Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Dominion Energy
    Dominion Energy3
  • Inova Health
    Inova Health2
  • Riverside Health
    Riverside Health2
  • Carilion Clinic
    Carilion Clinic1
  • Framatome
    Framatome1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services6
  • Energy4

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nuclear reactor operator jobs across Virginia.

  • NRC Reactor Operator or Senior Reactor Operator license or license eligibility
  • Experience operating or training on a commercial or naval nuclear reactor
  • Proficiency in emergency operating procedures and technical specification adherence
  • Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access authorization and security clearance
  • High school diploma or equivalent required, with associate or bachelor's degree preferred
  • Strong knowledge of reactor physics, coolant systems, and plant instrumentation

Nuclear Reactor Operator Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How many nuclear reactor operator jobs are there in Virginia?

There are 11+ nuclear reactor operator openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Newport News, Surry, and Charlottesville. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.

Which Virginia cities have the most nuclear reactor operator jobs?

Newport News, Surry, and Charlottesville have the most nuclear reactor operator openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire nuclear reactor operators in Virginia?

Employers hiring nuclear reactor operators in Virginia include Dominion Energy, Inova Health, and Riverside Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote nuclear reactor operator jobs in Virginia?

Yes. About 0% of nuclear reactor operator openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.

How do I apply for nuclear reactor operator jobs in Virginia?

You can apply to nuclear reactor operator jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.

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